4 Wedding Dress Ideas from Real Weddings Shot by Angela Cappetta
Most wedding dress styles fit into these
4 basic groups:
A-line
Sheath
Ballgown
Tea Length.
Today, we are going to break down what is great about these 4 exquisite wedding dresses from real NYC and destination weddings. By NYC wedding photography, destination wedding photography, New York City Hall wedding photography and micro weddings in New York, we have seen every style of dress imaginable. From the beach to the mountains and we are always amazed at how versatile these 4 basic designs are.
A-line Silhouette
The classic A line looks great on everyone. Characteristically, it has a simple top the pinches in at the waist with a full and loose skirt at the bottom. You don't even have to have killer curves to rock it. We’ve seen this silhouette through the ages, from Grace Kelly's once-in-a-lifetime A line wedding dress, to Kate Middleton's simple, elegant A-line gown with a lace top. It is easy for this dress style to make everyone stunning. You can see for example, here, on our Hamptons beach bride, Amy and on our city bride Jen. Dressed up for black tie or dressed down for the beach, this silhouette never disappoints.
A ballgown dress on a bride with groom in tux under a weeping cherry tree. Shot by NYC wedding photographer Angela Cappetta.
2. Ballgown Silhouette
Let’s consider the ballgown wedding dress an amped up version of the A-line. With a smaller top and bigger, fuller skirt, it makes quite a statement. The ballgown wedding dress, once reserved for formal affairs, has transitioned to the fun side of things. You can see it here on a Coney Island bride. Paired with bare shoulders, her olive skin, and a Juliet cap, the retro skew on the look is flawless with their quirky, Coney Island destination.
Bridal party on the Coney Island Boardwalk. Bride wears a tulle ballgown wedding dress. Shot with real film by NYC wedding photographer Angela Cappetta.
3. Sheath Silhouette
A sheath wedding dress boasts a more minimal look. It provides a very meta take on your wedding dress experience. Perfect for any bride who would be swallowed up by a bigger dress. Body conscious - yet still appropriate, we love this look with fresh flowers in the hair for the country and a Chapel length veil for the city.
A sheath dress with a train on Courtney. Shot at the New York Athletic Club.
A silk sheath with a twist front on Christianne. She actually made this dress herself.
4. Tea Length Silhouette.
Finally we end with the shortest and the sweetest, the tea length wedding dress! It goes well with a day-time wedding. Or, when you just want to show off a little leg. Furthermore, it is also a fun style to change into for your second dress. Especially if your first dress has a bigger skirt. To enumerate: tea length wedding dresses are shorter than an ankle-length dress. They stop at the knee.
A tea length dresses is a playful alternative to a longer gown. They’re is easy to find vintage since this was a popular style in the 50's. However, vintage sizes run small and have unforgiving fabric. If you want a new and modern tea-length dress opt for fabric with some of give.
A Bethesda Terrace Wedding features a tea-length summer dress.
Bride in a tea length vintage dress from E-bay and groom in vest + suit enjoy cocktail hour. Shot with real film by destination wedding photographer Angela Cappetta.